V1.0
3 Ton Plate Clamp
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OPERATION
Numbered references in parenthesis (#1) refer to the included Parts List.
1.
Pull the pulling ring (#11) down to open the safety latch (#13) and jaw (#2).
2. Place the open jaw over the edge of the plate. Make sure the plate
clamp is centered on the load, so it is lifted vertically and not at an
angle.
3.
Push the safety latch up to lock the jaw in place.
4.
Attach the hoist or crane cable to the lifting ring. Use a hook, shackle or
other appropriate connector capable of withstanding the load.
5.
Make sure that the load’s path of movement has no obstacles.
6. Slowly apply tension to the chain/cable until the steel plate is vertical.
Check the clamp is gripping the plate.
7.
Raise the plate the minimum height necessary and move it to the
destination.
8. Gently lower the steel plate to avoid jarring the safety latch open.
9. Lower the steel plate to the ground until it settles in place.
10. Pull the pulling ring down to open the jaw and remove the plate clamp
DUAL CLAMP LIFTING
DANGER! Do not exceed the 120º angle as the clamps may fail and drop the
plate, resulting in a crushing injury or death.
It is recommended that you use a single clamp of the
rated capacity when lifting a plate,
Two plate clamps can be used in tandem to lift a
heavier plate, but the lifting capacity of each clamp
is reduced based on the angle between the lifting
chains. Consult the chart to determine the maximum
tonnage that can be lifted with two 3 ton plate
clamps.
1.
The chains, shackles, connectors and hoist
must be capable of handling the weight of the steel plate.
2. Both clamps must be attached vertically to the plate. Do not attach at
an angle.
3.
Space the clamps an equal distance from the center point.
4.
Follow the instructions for a single clamp.
Angle
Tonnage
0°
6
30°
5.7
45°
5.5
60°
5.1
90°
4.2
120°
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